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A Princess of Mars

By Edgar Rice Burroughs
Series: Arcturus Classics
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In Edgar Rice Burroughs' timeless tale, Civil War veteran John Carter finds himself on the planet Barsoom, where he's taken prisoner. Amidst danger and unexpected affection for a captive princess, Carter navigates uncharted territory. This futuristic saga of adventure, romance, and conflict has left an indelible... Read More
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In Edgar Rice Burroughs' timeless tale, Civil War veteran John Carter finds himself on the planet Barsoom, where he's taken prisoner. Amidst danger and unexpected affection for a captive princess, Carter navigates uncharted territory.

This futuristic saga of adventure, romance, and conflict has left an indelible mark on fantasy and science fiction literature, inspiring generations of authors including Arthur C. Clarke, Ray Bradbury, H. P. Lovecraft, and James Cameron.

Part of the Arcturus Classics series, these contemporary paperbacks offer essential additions to any home library.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781398813557

Publisher: Arcturus Publishing Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 July 2024

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Arcturus

Illustration: Paperback

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 193g

Pages: 256

Collections

Classic Fiction Classic Science Fiction Edgar Rice Burroughs Fantasy Fiction General Fiction Sci-Fi & Fantasy Science Fiction Series: Arcturus Classics

About the Author

Edgar Rice Burroughs (1875-1950) was described by science fiction writer Ray Bradbury as "probably the most influential writer in the entire history of the world." Born in Chicago, Illinois, Burroughs wrote a vast number of fantasy, adventure, and science fiction sequels including the Tarzan stories and the Barsoom series.

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